Working at United States Army in Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD: 13 Employee Job Reviews by Real Employee working in Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Area

"I worked at Army Research Labs as a student researcher for the past 3 summers and found each year more rewarding than the last. I enjoyed that the focus of my employment due to the program was to learn as much as possible, whether that be through hands-on work, internet research, or seminars. It emphasized getting stuff out for yourself rather than providing for the company, which ultimately self-motivated me to work harder and do better."

"The ARL is an appealing place to work with great people that are passionate about the work they do."

"I worked with the Army Research Lab for a little over three years after completing my schooling. The scientists I worked with were exceptional and I benefited greatly from our interactions. Unsurprisingly, the greatest issues derived from the nature of being part of a large government bureaucracy, but that didn't outweigh the positives of working there."

"Great place to work, they allow for free creativity in research and provide for you to go out and push your own decisions for research. Money is a little short and can make performing research difficult. Significant amount of bureaucratic red tape makes getting simple materials slow but otherwise great experience great people. Starting to get updated facilities too."

"I have worked at ATC for nearly 10 years, the last 6 as a DA Civilian. It seems that in order to do what you need to do to get things done, it matters more on who you are and who you know than what you know and how hard you work."

"Typical government job which stifles technical progress and leans more towards turning individuals into managers instead of subject matter experts."

"I started with the US Army in 2007 to pursue a life long dream to serve my country. I left the military in 2009, but would do all over again if given the opportunity. I learned a lot while in the service, got to travel all around the country, and met lifelong friends. These friends that I met while in service are some of the best people anyone could ask for. I have grown to become close with them while maintaining a close bond and communication over the years."

What do you like about working at United States Army?

"The job at CERDEC is secure and promotes growth of employees in skill sets. Excellent for young developing professionals seeking to be future leaders in the industry."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Be honest and be enthusiastic about the opportunity. Read all vacancies for government jobs thoroughly to place proper knowledge sets into resume."

What don't you like about working at United States Army?

"Growth opportunity is limited to federal budget. Current federal budget limits possibility of upward mobility."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Keep growing employees as you are doing and keep pushing for upward mobility of employees. This will ensure better retention."

"Great place to work, co-workers are very friendly."

"The job was great in a nice environment."

"Old system was much better than the new DEMO system."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Present an outstanding talk at the seminar, answer all the questions, don't pretend that you know everything."

What don't you like about working at United States Army?

"Too much power of young and immature managers."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Care of all the employees not only your favorite ones."